Tint Questions

oasis3582 · 08-13-2009, 09:28 AM

I am guessing this has been covered before...just can't find it. Can someone answer the following with pics if possible?

I am going to get my windows tinted today, and I am wondering what sort of gap they leave at the top to account for the frameless windows going down and up when you open the door.

Also, what did you guys do to deal with the "dot matrix"? Did you stop the tint at the edge of the dots, or did you have the shop file down the dots to make the tint stick?

Thanks!

KingOfJericho · 08-13-2009, 09:36 AM

I don't believe it's necessary to leave a gap at the top. I've always had the tint place tint over the dots. As long as it's not a 6" wide strip of dots, most shops can make it look presentable.

oasis3582 · 08-13-2009, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by KingOfJericho

I don't believe it's necessary to leave a gap at the top. I've always had the tint place tint over the dots. As long as it's not a 6" wide strip of dots, most shops can make it look presentable.

On my Accord, I had them stop at the dots. I have seen the white splotchy look and I want to avoid that for sure.

EngPhys09 · 08-13-2009, 11:51 AM

On my 128i the tint goes all the way up with the exception of maybe a mm or 2

BMW installed it, and I think its slightly lower so that when the window opens everytime the door does it does get wrecked?

oasis3582 · 08-14-2009, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by EngPhys09

On my 128i the tint goes all the way up with the exception of maybe a mm or 2

BMW installed it, and I think its slightly lower so that when the window opens everytime the door does it does get wrecked?

It is to prevent rubbing at the top.

Just got mine done yesterday - no more gap needed for the frameless windows it appears. Looks awesome with the black and keeps it a TON cooler.

SV Concepts II · 08-14-2009, 02:48 PM

Mine don't have gaps either. No interference at all when the windows auto seal during open/close.

The DOT matrix is a bitch. You can take a credit card or vinyl applicator to spread the tint down around the matrix while the tint is still curing. However, this will prove to be a painstakingly tedious and boring task. I just left the bubbles, it's really not that noticeable and it's pretty much expected on German cars.

oasis3582 · 08-17-2009, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Ali@Jlevi SW

Mine don't have gaps either. No interference at all when the windows auto seal during open/close.

The DOT matrix is a bitch. You can take a credit card or vinyl applicator to spread the tint down around the matrix while the tint is still curing. However, this will prove to be a painstakingly tedious and boring task. I just left the bubbles, it's really not that noticeable and it's pretty much expected on German cars.

I actually had them stop just shy of the dots. Not a huge issue on the 135 like it is on other bimmers.

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KingOfJericho Major General 2478 Rep 7,340 Posts Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [5.26]	I don't believe it's necessary to leave a gap at the top. I've always had the tint place tint over the dots. As long as it's not a 6" wide strip of dots, most shops can make it look presentable.
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EngPhys09 Second Lieutenant 12 Rep 214 Posts Drives: 09 128i SRM Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Hamilton, Ontario iTrader: (0)	On my 128i the tint goes all the way up with the exception of maybe a mm or 2 BMW installed it, and I think its slightly lower so that when the window opens everytime the door does it does get wrecked?
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SV Concepts II 314 Rep 6,093 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: 1460 White Oaks Rd. Suite F Campbell, CA 95008 iTrader: (7)	Mine don't have gaps either. No interference at all when the windows auto seal during open/close. The DOT matrix is a bitch. You can take a credit card or vinyl applicator to spread the tint down around the matrix while the tint is still curing. However, this will prove to be a painstakingly tedious and boring task. I just left the bubbles, it's really not that noticeable and it's pretty much expected on German cars.
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